Founded in 1925, Colorado Mesa University (CMU) is a comprehensive regional public higher education institution offering liberal arts, professional, and technical programs. CMU offers a wide variety of majors, (100+) in 13 academic departments, small class size and study abroad opportunities. More than 10,000 undergraduate students from 42 countries are enrolled at CMU. Located in the city of Grand Junction Colorado, the campus sits between the mountains and high desert canyons and provides students with opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation.

CMU is a NCAA Division II school offering a variety of men’s and women’s athletics teams as well as intermural and club sports. Student Life supports more than 120 clubs and organizations to enrich the college experience.  Public transportation is available to the downtown area for students looking for off campus activities. Scholarships are available to international students who qualify and awarded at time of admission.

Founded by John Christopher Hartwick in 1797, Hartwick College is proud to be one of the oldest colleges in the country. Often referred to as The Life Balance College, Hartwick is a private liberal arts institution situated in rural Oneonta, New York. Through its distinctive FlightPath approach, Hartwick blends academic excellence, career preparation and an active campus life to help students achieve a balanced and fulfilling college experience. With transparent tuition and a focus on health and wellness, Hartwick prepares students for lifelong success—both professionally and personally. Scholarships are available to international students who qualify and are awarded at the time of admission.

Students can choose from more than 45 majors, of which 12 are STEM-designated. More than 65 clubs and organizations will keep students active, and Hartwick offers 21 NCAA Division III teams along with eSports. The local area in Oneonta is a vibrant and welcoming community with a population of nearly 21,000. Students will find plenty of cafes and restaurants, entertainment venues, and parks. The campus is near the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, and Hartwick offers students the opportunity to go on trips to scenic Niagara Falls or New York City (both are around 3.5 to 4 hours from campus).

Ranked #3 in the region for percentage of international students by U.S. New & World Report, the University of Bridgeport (UB) is a private university home to a diverse student and faculty body from over 45 states and 80 countries. UB offers more than 100 programs through the College of Engineering, Business and Education, College of Arts & Sciences and College of Health Sciences. UB’s English Language Institute (ELI) is located on campus and ELI students have access to all university resources and benefits.

Located in the state of Connecticut and just 48 miles northeast of New York City, UB students have access to job opportunities including internships with some of the world’s leading corporations, hospitals, and organizations. With a student faculty ratio of 16:1, popular majors include Accounting/Finance, Business Administration, Biology, Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Graphic Design, Health Sciences, Industrial/Interior Design, International Political Economy & Diplomacy, Journalism and Mechanical Engineering.

University of Bridgeport (UB) enrolls students from more than 45 states and 80 countries and emphasizes an international perspective that reflects the University’s mission and population. The campus, located in Connecticut’s largest city, overlooks Long Island Sound and is one hour from New York City. On campus housing is available for graduate students, and all full-time students are permitted to ride the city bus system for free. UB has the largest graduate engineering program in Connecticut and second-largest graduate engineering school in New England. UB is designated in the Carnegie Classification system for both Doctoral/Professional and STEM-focused. Graduate degree programs are offered in Business, Education, Engineering, Acupuncture and Nutrition and doctorates in Education, Computer Science & Engineering, Technology Management and Chiropractic.

Ranked a Top Public Regional University North, and a Best Value School by U.S. News Best Colleges, William Paterson University offers a very affordable tuition for international students. Academic scholarships are available to eligible students up to $9,000. With more than 30 STEM-designated programs, students learn from distinguished faculty (41 Fullbright Scholars), in small classes held in state-of-the-art facilities. The campus is set on 370 wooded acres in a safe residential area in New Jersey and is less than 55 minutes away from New York City. Popular undergraduate programs include Accounting, Biology, Computer Science, Digital Marketing,  Environmental Sustainability, Global Business Studies, Nursing and Sports Medicine.

William Paterson University is the third oldest public institution in New Jersey, chartered in 1855.  Limited financial support is available to eligible graduate students. The campus is set on 370 wooded acres in a safe residential area in New Jersey but just 25 miles from the rich cultural, artistic, and commercial life of New York City. Offering more than 40 on campus programs, popular graduate programs include Biotechnology, Business Administration, English Writing, Materials Chemistry, Nursing Administration, Public Policy, Speech-Language Pathology and Visual Art.